Month: April 2024
Possible disruption of Semiconductor supply chain after an Earthquake hit Taiwan
Chipmakers in Taiwan have systems in place to protect the most delicate technologies used in the manufacturing process from sustaining damage in the event of an earthquake by automatically shutting down systems when the quake begins.The 7.2-magnitude earthquake followed by aftershocks struck Taiwan’s eastern coast on Wednesday morning, killing 10 people and injuring more than
The United States and European Union to support Armenia
Armenia once considered Russia among its closest partners and is still a treaty ally of Moscow. However, the relationship changed when Russia failed to intervene during Azerbaijan’s offensive to recapture the breakaway region of Nagorno-Karabakh from ethnic Armenian separatists late last year. The European Union and United States pledged ongoing support for Armenia on Friday
Belarus is preparing for a “war”
Lukashenko was clear that Belarus was actively preparing for a possible conflict, which included getting the right units ready for war and ensuring that weapons and equipment were supplied to the country’s armed forces.On April 2nd, Belarus began a series of military exercises in the regions bordering both Ukraine and European Union members Poland and
Dengue Battles
Dengue is a mosquito-borne virus that can be deadly, or cause serious illness, in some cases. A vaccine for dengue has been developed but its rollout is still in early stages and most people still rely on preventative measures to avoid the virus. Dengue is most common in tropical and subtropical climates and its symptoms
New blue ticks on X
Blue ticks were originally a way to verify users were who they claimed to be, but they became a paid-for feature after Elon Musk purchased the site. However, according to messages received by people who have been given the features, it is now being given out without cost if a person is an “influential member
Spotify to hike fees
By the end of this month, Spotify is set to hike its prices by up to $1-$2per month in the United Kingdom and United States.Individual subscriptions are set to increase by $1 to $11.99 while duo and family plans will rise by $2 to $16.99 and $18.99 respectively. Since Spotify only takes extra fees from
Chinese Economic Growth
Although industrial production perked up in March, consumers are depressed, deflation lurks and many entrepreneurs are disillusioned.It is forecast to lose 20% of its workforce by 2050. A crisis in the property industry, which drives a fifth of gdp, will take years to fix. It will hurt cash-strapped local governments that relied on land sales
Central banks fight against inflation
Before the covid-19 pandemic, the rich world enjoyed decades without any serious inflation problems. After ruthless monetary tightening in the 1980s, followed by a movement towards independent central banks targeting inflation, price surges seemed as outdated as shoulder pads. In most rich countries annual core inflation, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, has fallen from
Europe preparation against possible Trump return
Trump’s first term (2017-2021) was marked by a trade offensive against China and the adoption of protectionist measures against Europe. All this with the climate of uncertainty caused by the character of the former president! .In the event of increased confrontation between the United States and Europe, economic cooperation could be strengthened on the Old
New Ukraine military mobilisation age
Ukraine has relied heavily on Western supplies, particularly on deliveries of long-range missiles and air defence systems. However, billions of pounds of US and EU aid have been held up amid political wrangles. Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky has signed into law a bill lowering the military mobilisation age by two years from 27 to 25.